Tag: Mycoremediation

Over 2,000 species of fungi are considered safe for human consumption, but a small percentage of saprophytic fungi are lethally poisonous. Determining whether you can eat saprophytic fungi involves more than just their food source; it requires expert identification, careful preparation, and an understanding of look-alikes.

In a recent breakthrough, Swiss scientists developed a 'living battery' using fungi and nanotechnology, capable of producing eco-friendly electricity from sugars. This innovative development raises a crucial question: what is the fungus for energy, and how can these versatile microorganisms provide sustainable power for our future needs?